Pumpkin French Toast with Toasted Walnuts

Elevate your breakfast game with this indulgent Pumpkin French Toast with Toasted Walnuts, a fall-inspired twist on a classic favorite. Made with creamy pumpkin puree, warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and thick slices of brioche or challah, this recipe delivers a cozy, flavorful bite in every forkful. Each slice is perfectly golden brown, complemented by the caramelized crunch of toasted walnuts and a drizzle of rich maple syrup. With minimal prep and a satisfying balance of sweet and nutty flavors, this dish is ideal for holiday mornings, weekend brunches, or whenever you're craving a taste of autumn. Serve it warm, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar, and watch it become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Pumpkin puree
• 3 Eggs
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 6 slices Thick-sliced bread (such as brioche or challah)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for cooking)
• 0.5 cup Walnuts
• 0.25 cup Maple syrup (for serving)
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and sugar until smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the surface.

Step 3

Dip one slice of bread at a time into the pumpkin mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated. Let any excess drip off before placing it in the skillet.

Step 4

Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with all slices, adding the remaining butter as needed.

Step 5

While the French toast is cooking, toast the walnuts. Place the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat and stir frequently until they are fragrant and lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

To serve, place 2-3 slices of French toast on a plate. Top with a handful of toasted walnuts, drizzle with maple syrup, and sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.

Step 7

Enjoy your Pumpkin French Toast with Toasted Walnuts while warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2010.2

Total Fat 102.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.4g
Cholesterol 729.8mg	0%
Sodium 1391.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 108.3g
Protein 59.8g	0%

Vitamin D 211.6IU	0%
Calcium 597.6mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 1399.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 43.5%